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Acer Palmatum Bloodgood Large 7.5 Litre

Acer Palmatum Bloodgood Large 7.5 Litre

£49.95
Acer Palmatum Bloodgood Large 7.5 Litre
Acer Palmatum Bloodgood Large 7.5 Litre
12 In stock
Quick Overview

Large Acer Palmatum Bloodgood plants, beautiful colours spring, summer and Autumn. These are well very well esatblished plants that will give instant impact in borders and pots. 

Plant Size (cm)
Plant Size (cm)
81cm - 100cm
Pot Size - Litre
Pot Size - Litre
7.5 Litre
Anticipated Height
Anticipated Height
3/4m
Toleration
Toleration
-10
Growth Speed
Growth Speed
Medium
Evergreen?
Evergreen?
No
12 In stock
Qty

Acer Plamatum Bloodgood Large 7.5 Litre plants: Acer Bloodgood a striking deciduous tree known for its vibrant foliage and graceful form. With its medium to large size, it can reach a height of around 3 to 4 metres with a similar spread. The leaves of the Acer Bloodgood are deeply lobed and have an exquisite burgundy or purple-red colour. During the spring and summer months, the foliage maintains its intense shade, creating a captivating contrast against other plants in the landscape. In the autumn, the leaves transform into a brilliant crimson, adding a fiery display of colour.

Besides its attractive appearance, Acer Bloodgood is also known for its hardiness and adaptability. It thrives in full to partial sun, making it suitable for a variety of garden settings. This plant prefers well-drained soil that is slightly acidic, and it benefits from regular watering to keep the soil moist.

Planting Position: Best planted in a sunny spot through to partial shade ideally in an area sheltered from strong afternoon summer sun. Also away from exposed frosty sites, as late spring frosts may damage new foliage.

Soil: While acer plants are not fully fledged Ericaceous or Lime Hating plants they do prefer soil with a high Acid content.

Suitable for container planting: Yes equally as happy in the pot or the ground.

Eventual height and spread: Up to 5 metres tall with a 5 metre spread.

Growth Speed: Relatively slow.

Growth Habit: Upright and bushy.

Flowering Period: Not applicable.

Pruning: Not really a requirement. However if you choose to, hard Pruning should be done in the dormant months November through to early February. Some light pruning can also be undertaken during the growing season to help create a defined shape for your plant

Foliage: Dark red almost purple during spring and summer, bright red in Autumn

Evergreen: No deciduous

Winter Hardy: Yes

Acer plants prefer Acid soil although this is not an absolute necessity it will help the plant reach its full potential. If you have unsuccessfully tried to grow Azalea, Rhododendren, Pieris, Camellias the chances are your soil has a high lime content. Soil can be improved by adding Ericaceous compost to the planting hole this will lower the lime content and raise acid. If pot planted best choice is John Innes Ericaceous Compost this is a specially formulated sterilised loam based, lime free compost with essential foods for plants such as Acer Palmatum. Also in the coldest areas it may be advisable wrap the pots in a winter fleece or bubble wrap during the coldest months, this will help protect the roots. Re-potting in fresh compost should be considered every 2 years. Ensure an adequate water supply and feed approximately every 6-8 weeks from early spring through to mid-summer